About the square

The GLA has been responsible since 2002 for Parliament Square Garden, which is located within an area that encompasses the heart of contemporary British politics and forms part of Westminster; an area of significant historic and symbolic value to the British people and many others worldwide.

The vision for Parliament Square is that it should provide a symbolic and dignified setting for Parliament and the surrounding historic buildings, in keeping with its World Heritage location. It should be both accessible and meaningful to Londoners and visitors.


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Improving the square Managing the square About the square Statues Neighbours Getting there Panorama History	About the square The GLA has been responsible since 2002 for Parliament Square Garden, which is located within an area that encompasses the heart of contemporary British politics and forms part of Westminster; an area of significant historic and symbolic value to the British people and many others worldwide. The vision for Parliament Square is that it should provide a symbolic and dignified setting for Parliament and the surrounding historic buildings, in keeping with its World Heritage location. It should be both accessible and meaningful to Londoners and visitors.